Mr. Food Taco Pasta Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 ounces spiral shaped pasta (twists)
1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/2 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup water
1 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup black olives, drained, pitted and sliced (optional)
3/4 cup taco sauce or 3/4 cup salsa
4 cups shredded lettuce
1 avocado, peeled and cubed
crushed corn chips, for topping

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and dain well. Place in large bowl.
Brown the beef in a large skillet, stirring to break up clumps, until no pink remains. Drain off the fat and add the taco seasoning mix and water. Stir; bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, approximately 10 minutes. Drain.
Toss pasta gently with beef mixture, tomato, onion, cheese and olives. Add taco sauce or salsa; mix gently.
Serve on a bed of shredded lettuce topped with avocado and crushed corn chips. Serve warm or chilled.